Government
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Manufacturer news 24 Jun 2020Hybrids will still be required if Government bans ICE cars in 2035, says Ford boss
Hybrid cars, including mild-hybrid and plug-in, will be required if the Government is going to achieve it’s ambition of banning the sale of Internal Combustion Engine cars by 2035.
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Fleet industry news 19 Jun 2020Fleet sector support will boost economy, says BVRLA
The BVRLA has written to the Chancellor outlining how fiscal stimulus for the fleet sector could boost the country’s economic recovery and accelerate the transition to cleaner transport.
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Manufacturer news 2 Jun 2020Government consults on implementation of EU type approval regulations
The Government is consulting on the adoption of new EU type approval legislation, which gives authorities enhanced powers of scrutiny over manufacturers and test agencies.
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General News 15 May 2020Government outlines ambition for extra 6,000 rapid chargers on UK motorways
The Government expects up to 6,000 additional rapid electric vehicle (EV) chargers will be required across the UK’s motorways and major A roads by 2035.
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Tax and legislation news 16 Mar 2020Government to trial drones and e-scooters in £90m transport review
The government has launched a consultation to investigate the use of micromobility vehicles, flexible bus services and mobility as a service (MaaS).
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NEWS 4 Nov 2019Private parking firms to give grace period in Government clampdown
Action taken to reduce rogue car park charges.
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NEWS 25 Oct 2019Ditching October clock change could reduce accidents, says RoSPA
Rospa call for permanent BST to reduce accidents.
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NEWS 29 Jul 2019SWARCO eVolt chosen by East Lothian Council for new EV charging hubs
East Lothian Council has chosen SWARCO eVolt to supply its electric vehicle (EV) charging units.
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General News 16 Jul 2019Government reveals plans for all new-build homes to be fitted with EV charge points
The Government has revealed plans to have new-build homes fitted with their own EV charging point.
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Environment news 1 Jul 2019Idling drivers face larger penalties in air quality crackdown
The Government will launch a new consultation this summer with the intention of increasing the penalties for vehicles left idling.
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Fleet industry news 24 Jun 2019Government announces new requirements for electric chargepoints
Roads Minister Michael Ellis has today (24 June 2019) announced that all government-funded home chargepoints installed in the future must be ‘smart’.
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Fleet industry news 22 Mar 2019
ClientEarth lawyers issue legal risk warning over council air pollution inaction
ClientEarth has written to 38 local authorities in England and Wales warning of the legal risk of inaction on air pollution
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Tax and legislation news 16 Jan 2019Government again rejects calls to bring forward 2% BIK rate for EVs
The Government has again ignored calls to bring forward the 2% BIK rate for pure EVs from April 2020 to April 2019.
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Fleet industry news 13 Dec 2018Government and industry take up the EV charge point challenge
Government-funded and commercial-backed ventures are seeking to identify solutions to some of the most pressing concerns around EV charging infrastructure.
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Fleet industry news 28 Nov 2018Government should help alternative fuels flourish, says AA
The AA has called on British Government to help alternative fuels flourish, as the fleet industry indicates a “strong desire” to use them.
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Opinion 5 Nov 2018Better plug-in strategy needed
By Matthew Walters, head of consultancy and customer data services at LeasePlan
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Editor's view: The Big Picture 26 Oct 2018Pre-Budget announcement spells bad news for EV advocates
The Government's announcement ahead of the October 29 Budget spells bad news for EV uptake
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General News 1 Oct 2018West Midlands gets £20m to become Future Mobility Area
The West Midlands will become the UK’s first Future Mobility Area, receiving £20 million of Government funding.
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Fleet Management Home 26 Sep 2018Fleet Budget Manifesto momentum builds as industry asks Gov to make clear decision
Delegates at industry briefing call on the Government to make a clear decision so fleet bodies can work with ministers to achieve the best outcome for all. By Stephen Briers
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Opinion 24 Sep 2018Government must act now to boost EV sales
By Andrew Leech, managing director Fleet Evolution
